Injectable Fillers
Radiesse® is an FDA-approved, next-generation dermal filler that is setting a new standard for the correction of facial lines and wrinkles such as nasolabial folds. Made of calcium-based microspheres suspended in a water-based gel, Radiesse is injected into the skin through a simple and minimally invasive procedure giving you immediate, visible improvement of folds and wrinkles, and providing long-lasting and beautiful results. In many patients, the effects of Radiesse may last a year or more. Offering clinically proven safety and longevity, Radiesse is a convenient treatment that stimulates the body to produce new collagen - often with just one or two office visits. Get beautiful results and long-lasting wrinkle correction. www.radiesse.com
Restylane® and JuveDerm® are safe and natural cosmetic dermal fillers that restore volume and fullness to the skin. The most commonly "filled" areas include the nasolabial folds, lips, frown line, and hollows of the eyes. Acne scars may also do well with this type of filler. They are both composed of hyaluronic acid, a natural clear jelly like substance that already exists in the human body. Results can be expected to last from 6-12 months. There is mild bruising and swelling at the injection sites but makeup may be applied 4 hours after treatment. For lip volumizing, we perform a nerve block (dental block) so you do not feel any injections into the lips. Currently, both Dr. Bowers and Dr. Aranda perform these procedures. Our office is one of the top users of fillers in Tarrant County. www.restylaneusa.com & www.juvederm.com
ArteFill® is a dual-acting injectable wrinkle filler. The secret is in its patented formula, which contains 20% ArteFill® Precision-Filtered MicrospheresT (made of PMMA, the same material used for dozens of medical implants over the last 50 years) and 80% ArteFill Purified Bovine CollagenT gel with lidocaine, an anesthetic. First, ArteFill® visibly corrects the wrinkle. Then the microspheres provide the permanent support your skin needs to correct the wrinkle and prevent further wrinkling. Where the results of temporary fillers end, the enduring benefits of ArteFill continue. There is very minimal discomfort with this injectable and you can expect to have at least 5 year longevity. We administer the product over 2 office visits, about 3 months apart. At this time, it is necessary to do a collagen skin test to make sure one does not have an allergy to this carrier substance. Our nursing staff can perform this procedure on the inside of your arm. Call today to set up a consultation. www.artefill.com
